RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) – Ortho/Neuro Trauma (Charge)
Kansas City, Missouri
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Rotating Weekends
Compensation:
Hourly Range: $35.65 – $47.64 (based on experience)
Estimated Annual Range: $74,000 – $99,000
Night & Weekend Differential: $4.00/hour
Sign-On Bonus: Case-by-case
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case
Overview
We are seeking an experienced RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) to provide charge-level leadership on a high-acuity Ortho/Neuro Trauma medical-surgical unit. This role blends direct patient care with shift-based leadership responsibilities, ensuring safe staffing, clinical excellence, and effective coordination of care.
Candidates must be comfortable working in a 6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio and serving as a visible clinical leader on nights.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee unit operations during the assigned shift
Provide charge nurse leadership while maintaining a patient assignment
Ensure high-quality, patient-centered nursing care and efficient throughput
Support admissions, transfers, and discharges to optimize patient flow
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for nursing staff
Assist with staff scheduling and daily labor management
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and service recovery initiatives
Support onboarding, training, and performance management of nursing staff
Ensure compliance with clinical policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
Assist with supply management and inventory control
Required
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state or compact)
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
Strong, current acute care Medical-Surgical nursing experience
Recent Charge Nurse experience in Med-Surg strongly preferred , OR
Minimum 2 years of recent Med-Surg staff RN experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) – required within 30 days of hire
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – required within 30 days of hire
Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-acuity trauma environment
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Prior experience in Ortho, Neuro, or Trauma-focused Med-Surg units
Demonstrated interest in future nursing leadership or management roles
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base pay with night and weekend differentials
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
Paid time off, paid family leave, and disability coverage
Tuition reimbursement and certification support
Employee wellness, counseling, and financial planning resources
Recognition and professional development programs
Ideal For
Med-Surg Charge Nurses seeking a formal CNC/charge leadership role
Experienced Med-Surg RNs ready to step into shift-based leadership
Night-shift nurses who enjoy mentoring peers and managing unit flow
Nurses interested in long-term advancement into Nurse Manager or Director roles
Keywords
RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator, CNC RN, Charge Nurse Med Surg, Ortho Trauma RN, Neuro Trauma Nurse, Night Shift RN, Acute Care Nursing Leadership
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